Dengue Cases in Sri Lanka Rise to 92,854 CeylonWire August 19, 2026 The number of dengue-related deaths reported in Sri Lanka so far this year has increased to 69, while the total
Amber Advisory Issued for Strong Winds and Rough Seas CeylonWire August 19, 2026 The Department of Meteorology has issued an Amber advisory for strong winds and rough seas in sea areas extending from
Fuel Price Revision or Government Subsidy Being Considered Amid Rising Import Costs CeylonWire August 17, 2026 The Ministry of Energy is preparing to recommend alternative measures, including a fuel price revision or a government subsidy, following
Extreme Heat Linked to Rise in Mental Health Concerns – Psychiatrist CeylonWire August 17, 2026 The extreme heat associated with the El Niño phenomenon has contributed to an increase in reports of mental health problems,
Government Approval Rating Falls to 50% – Verité Research Survey CeylonWire August 17, 2026 The approval rating of Sri Lanka’s current government has declined to 50%, according to the latest “Mood of the Nation”
Cabinet Sub-Committee Appointed to Review Sri Lanka’s EU GSP+ Application CeylonWire August 17, 2026 The Cabinet has appointed a Sub-Committee to review Sri Lanka’s new application for the European Union’s GSP+ preferential trade facility.
Police Warn of New Online Scam Targeting Construction Material Buyers CeylonWire August 17, 2026 Sri Lanka Police have warned consumers, particularly those in the construction industry, about a new financial scam being carried out
Showers Expected in Several Areas Today CeylonWire August 17, 2026 Showers will occur at times in the Sabaragamuwa Province and in the Kandy and Nuwara Eliya districts today (17), according
5.9-Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Indonesia’s Flores Region CeylonWire August 17, 2026 An earthquake of magnitude 5.9 struck Indonesia’s Flores Region at 0046 GMT on Monday, according to the GFZ German Research
Police Urged to Conduct Traffic Stops Transparently and Professionally CeylonWire August 16, 2026 Police officers should conduct traffic stops from locations clearly visible to other road users and should not attempt to stop